Ann Arbor, MI - Pro-face America announces the release of Pro-face Connect, a ready-to-use embedded HMI service that allows customers the ability to access machines remotely and securely from anywhere at anytime.

Most current Pro-face HMIs and iPCs are Pro-face Connect ready allowing users to access to their machines remotely to program, troubleshoot, and maintain the unit’s performance. Pro-face Connect is easy to configure based on familiar HMI panels and software, so there is no need for extra hardware or accessories. By adding the Pro-face Connect Link Manager license, customers can even expand their abilities to manage other devices connected to the HMI, including PLCs. Pro-face Connect is ready to go, with a simple online upgrade for activation.

“We care about our customers and their business,” said Paul Aceves, Pro-face America Offer Manager, “so we are providing a smart technology solution that allows them to increase the efficiency of their operations, while maintaining the utmost security.”

Pro-face follows a Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) process, which includes penetration tests, threat model analysis, and strict requirements from the cyber security committee of Schneider Electric, Pro-face’s parent company. This process allows Pro-face Connect to be compliant with Industry level standards for security, making it the ideal solution for managing multiple machines at multiple locations.

Paul Derbyshire, Pro-face Application Engineer, reports from the field that, “Customers can easily collect data while troubleshooting different locations, using a standard Internet connection, and without involving the IT department.”

Smart technology, such as Pro-face Connect, compliments the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) by providing flexibility and control. This gives users the ability to expand their business and meet the ever-changing demands of the automation industry.

Pro-face hardware and software is installed in more than 300,000 factory-floor systems worldwide. Pro-face America is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan and has employees, sales, and support representatives located worldwide. For more information about Pro-face products visit www.profaceamerica.com.

Ann Arbor, MI – May 7, 2018 - Pro-face America announces the release of the new PS5600 modular 12” display industrial PC. This new iPC is a welcome edition to the already popular PS5000 series, and is available in a traditional 4:3 or wide screen design.

Focusing on modularity, simplicity, flexibility, and connectivity, this 12” display option can attach to any of the PS5000B node boxes, which are configurable with a Core i7 or Celeron processor and up to 16GB of DDR3 memory. The PS5600T with a 4:3 screen is a drop-in replacement for the popular Pro-face PS4600 12” display, and offers a resistive touch screen, while the PS5600W is a wide screen option that offers a capacitive multi-touch screen functionality. The PS5600 offers Class 1 Div 2 certification, IP66 protection and fan-less functionality to create a high quality, durable iPC suitable for multiple environments and applications.

Paul Aceves, Pro-face America Offer Manager, says “Adding this unit to our PS5000 family provides customers with the most up-to-date technology in a modular industrial pc that is designed for today’s ever changing and complex applications.”

This addition to the PS5000 Series is available with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows Embedded 7 software; add WinGP Runtime, GP-Pro EX HMI development software or Blue Open Studio to expand connectivity and functionality options.

Pro-face hardware and software is installed in more than 300,000 factory-floor systems worldwide. Pro-face America is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan and has employees, sales, and support representatives located worldwide. For more information about Pro-face products visit www.profaceamerica.com.

Ann Arbor, MI - July 18, 2017 - Pro-face America announces the expansion of the SP5000 series by adding a 15” wide screen, and a 19” wide screen unit to this enhanced modular HMI family.

Adding these two new display sizes, provides a more in-depth offer for those with applications that demand a larger screen. Both the 15” wide screen and 19” wide screen are equipped with an enhanced glass top design providing greater visualization and durability. The intuitive P-CAP touch panel operation detects 5 touch points at once and features “Touch Cancelation” to prevent unexpected detections by water, or dust.

Connect to the new enhanced Open Box rear module to run a variety of Windows applications on WES7. The new SP-5B41 Open Box unit comes standard with Pro-face’s HMI Runtime, and offers 2x the CPU computing power, 3x the storage space, and 2x the speed when accessing data than it’s predecessor, the SP-5B40.

Overall this enhanced HMI series offers sophisticated machine performance; production management and predictive maintenance utilizing operation data. Expanding the series with two new displays, and by upgrading the open box unit, makes this series Pro-face’s most flexible and powerful HMI offering.

Pro-face hardware and software is installed in more than 300,000 factory-floor systems worldwide. Pro-face America is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan and has employees, sales, and support representatives located worldwide. For more information about Pro-face HMI products visit www.profaceamerica.com.

Products

Pro-face SP5000 Enhanced Modular HMIs

Pro-face SP5000 Enhanced HMI Series offers separate display and box modules for a mix and match capability giving you flexibility, easy screen replacement without re-programming, and multiple programming options with the power and open node boxes.... More Info Less Info

The SP5000 series has unprecedented connectivity, creating a new interface designed firmly with the future in mind. It allows a huge variety of data to be downloaded and transmitted in an optimal format to those who need it. This "Smart Portal" technology connects information and people for optimal communication.

Its modular design allows you to choose the right panel size (from 7" to 19 Wide Screen") and connect it with the proper rear module for your application. The Advanced line offers a choice of 7", 10", and 12" models with analog touch and wide screen displays. The Premium line offers a choice of a 10, 12", 15", 15" wide screen, or 19" wide screen display with brightness sensors, and auto-scaling. Any of the displays can be easily combined with either the Power Box or Open Box rear modules rounding out the smart portal technology.

The Open Box rear module allows you to run a variety of Windows applications on WES7 and comes standard with Pro-face’s HMI Runtime. The Power Box rear module provided high-speed processing and when paired with an SP5000 panel, results in a clear fast display.

BLUE Open Studio HMI SCADA Software

Pro-face BLUE Open Studio is a development and runtime software that incorporates all of the tools users need to create SCADA HMI applications, dashboards and OEE interfaces.... More Info Less Info

Users can:

Access graphical interfaces from any device, with groups of screens, popups, and dialogs through Support for Multiple Document Interface on Studio Mobile Access

LT4000M is a flexible operator interface plus control. The combination of HMI plus PLC saves panel space, wiring work and programming time. The easy 22mm modular mounting and separation cables offer location options never before possible.... More Info Less Info

The LT4000 Series HMI offers 3.5" and 5.7" LED backlit LCD Displays. Display and Communication modules can be separated for quick mounting into a standard 22mm hole without the need to create a larger panel cutout. It offers a full graphics touch screen interface with a selection of serial or Ethernet connectivity. These models are programmed with the versatile GP-Pro EX development software.